From today's trading desk on 20 Aug 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,099 per quintal in Banda APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Rice Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Rice arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,140
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,099
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Rice is about 19.8% above the period average, sitting just 1.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Chandausi APMC | ₹10,509 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹10,106 |
| 4 Rampur APMC | ₹9,381 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Naanpara APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Arasikere APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Vijayapura APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,425 |
| 10 Kolhapur(Laxmipuri) APMC | ₹6,175 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 12 DADRI APMC | ₹6,033 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹7,167 (118.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Rice prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,140, with the average around ₹2,588. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,402 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,140 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,099 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,013 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,641 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,820 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,806 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,970 | ₹2,840 | ₹2,925 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,763 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,769 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,407 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,820 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,685 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,730 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,667 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,514 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,406 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Before carting Rice to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Rice stood at Banda APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.